Want Climbers to Love Your New Route? Inflate the Grade and Bolt the Heck Out of It
First ascentionists just want affirmation, for you to pat them on the back and tell them that their pile of a route is "great." Here's how to get that love.
Route Names
Slanderous Route Names—The Inside Scoop on a Time-Honored “Tradition”
Given that I used to be a brash, loud-mouthed punk—though have since aged into “charmingly” salty—I’ve been on the receiving end of a few slanderous route names, which, because I have no “boundaries” or “shame” or “self-esteem,” I will now share with you.
The On-Going Issue of Offensive Route Names Now Has Its Own Task Force
Climb United is a new initiative centered around convening climbers, climbing organizations, and industry brands to transform the culture around inclusivity.
Rated R: Should Obscene or Offensive Routes Be Renamed?
Check out Corey Buhay's author page.
Ask an Editor: How Do New Routes Work?
Check out Matt Samet's author page.
Unsent: 100 Free Replacement Route Names
Check out Kevin Corrigan's author page.